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There is no greater long term investment in real estate than a quality rental property. The right rental will not only provide short term cash flow in the way of surplus rents received, but can give you the potential for appreciation years down the road. All the while you can take advantage of many tax […]

Just because the finish on a piece of furniture is worn and weathered does not mean that you should strip it. Don’t do it if you think the furniture is custom-made or a potential antique. When the varnish on a piece of furniture is worn, you can revive it by simply sanding the old varnish […]

Does your house feel more cramped than cozy? Are those mauve walls driving you mad? Then it’s time to give your real estate investment a much-needed facelift. Although renovating or rehabbing properties can be expensive, especially in this economy, there are a few tricks you can use to make that old house look new without […]

When trying to sell a house that still has furniture in it, sometimes prospective buyers get caught up on the details of the furniture (such as dirt) and miss out on the important aspects of the house, such as architecture, features, etc. So, the furniture does count when you’re selling a house… Here are some […]

There are two sides to every debate. For some reason, the world of real estate investing is full of debates. One of the more common debates is whether to hire a dedicated property manager. In a perfect world, every landlord would have someone to run their property. As much as there is a definite benefit, […]

Well-Organized Bedroom Closet A thoughtfully ordered closet system can simplify your dressing routine. It may eliminate the need for a separate dresser and it makes finding socks and belts a snap. Double rods accommodate shirts, jackets, skirts and pants more efficiently than a single rod could, making the hanging areas less cramped. Shelves keep shirts, […]

Your perception of real estate is often different from reality. From the outside you can buy any property, make some improvements and walk away with a handsome profit. The reality is that it is difficult to get good deals, make the right updates, find a buyer and close in your timeframe. Additionally, there is almost […]

This is an incredible time for investing in real estate and locking into passive income and long term wealth building by acquiring rental properties. However, while cash flow spreads may be fatter than ever and we appear to be on the verge of an extended period of equity growth, it is those sneaky, unexpected expenses […]

When trying to sell your house, having everything organized and stored properly is very important. However, shoes, scarves, socks, belts and ties can be some of the trickier items to store efficiently. These closet components are handy helpers for keeping such items tidily tucked away. Shoe Shelves and Racks Shoe shelves and racks are available […]

This is the million-dollar question: “what is a good deal“? While a good deal can make you a million bucks in some cases, a bad deal can also lose a lot of money as well. There is no one answer to this question, but here are some commonalities that we can look at: Motivation is […]